{"id":235706,"date":"2022-05-04T16:30:40","date_gmt":"2022-05-04T22:30:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/traumahealing.org\/?page_id=235706"},"modified":"2026-07-13T20:34:24","modified_gmt":"2026-07-14T02:34:24","slug":"ethics","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/traumahealing.org\/ethics\/","title":{"rendered":"Ethics"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"et_pb_section_0 et_pb_section et_pb_fullwidth_section et_section_regular et_block_section\">\n<section class=\"et_pb_fullwidth_header_0 et_pb_fullwidth_header et_pb_bg_layout_dark et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_fullwidth_header_container left\"><div class=\"header-content-container center\"><div class=\"header-content et_flex_module\"><h1 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">ETHICS<\/h1><div class=\"et_pb_header_button_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_fullwidth_header_overlay\"><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_fullwidth_header_scroll\"><\/div><\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_1 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_0 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_0 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_0 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module paragraph-size\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>In 2021, SEI finalized and implemented its first US Code of Ethics, Standards of Practice and Grievance Procedure. The work was led by a community-driven Ethics Work Group, and SEI leadership and staff continued to lay the groundwork to appropriately handle ethics inquiries and grievances. Currently, our Ethics &amp; Grievance Committee has three focal points for our monthly meetings:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>We employ outside legal counsel to keep our documents current and accurate and provide overall guidance to the Committee<\/li>\n<li>We review grievances as they are submitted<\/li>\n<li>We provide education and support to the SE community around ethics-related topics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This webpage aligns with our third focal point, \u201cproviding education and support around ethics.\u201d Keep an eye on this page for upcoming webinar recordings, FAQs, and additional support around ethics-related concerns and\/or questions.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_2 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_1 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_1 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_divider_0 et_pb_divider et_pb_space et_pb_divider_position_top et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_divider_internal\"><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_2 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_2 et_pb_column et_pb_column_2_3 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_1 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module paragraph-size\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>READ SEI'S POLICIES<\/h2>\n<p>View our Policies page to read our Code of Ethics, Grievance Procedure, and more.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_0_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_0 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\" href=\"https:\/\/traumahealing.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Code-of-Ethics-7.21.22.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">Code of Ethics<\/a><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_1_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_1 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\" href=\"https:\/\/traumahealing.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Grievance-Procedure-7.19.22.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE<\/a><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_2_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_2 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\" href=\"https:\/\/traumahealing.org\/student-and-training-policies\/\" target=\"_blank\">POLICIES<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_3 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_3 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_0 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/traumahealing.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/for-ethics-page.png\" width=\"3730\" height=\"3757\" srcset=\"https:\/\/traumahealing.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/for-ethics-page.png 3730w, https:\/\/traumahealing.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/for-ethics-page-1280x1289.png 1280w, https:\/\/traumahealing.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/for-ethics-page-980x987.png 980w, https:\/\/traumahealing.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/for-ethics-page-480x483.png 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 3730px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-236366\" title=\"for ethics page\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_3 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_3 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_4 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_divider_1 et_pb_divider et_pb_space et_pb_divider_position_top et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_divider_internal\"><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_4 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_5 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_2 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"\">NOT SURE WHERE TO START?<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_5 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_6 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_1 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/traumahealing.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Complant-Grievance_FlowChart-1.png\" width=\"753\" height=\"862\" srcset=\"https:\/\/traumahealing.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Complant-Grievance_FlowChart-1.png 753w, https:\/\/traumahealing.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Complant-Grievance_FlowChart-1-480x549.png 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 753px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-236445\" title=\"Complant-Grievance_FlowChart (1)\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_6 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_7 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_3 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"\">WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A GRIEVANCE AND A COMPLAINT WITH SEI?<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_7 et_pb_row et_pb_equal_columns et_pb_gutters1 et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_8 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough purpaloverlay\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_4 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module paragraph-size\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2 style=\"text-align: left;\">GRIEVANCE<\/h2>\n<p>A<strong> <em>grievance<\/em><\/strong> is formally filed with SEI\u2019s Legal Department and is based on a behavior within our U.S.-based trainings that directly violates SEI\u2019s Code of Ethics. These filings are kept as confidential as possible, in accordance with our Code of Ethics, and they are kept on file at SEI<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_3_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_3 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_dark et_pb_module et_block_module\" href=\"https:\/\/app.hellosign.com\/s\/5l6lcLGN\" target=\"_blank\">GRIEVANCE FORM<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_9 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough orngoverlay\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_5 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module paragraph-size\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2 style=\"text-align: left;\">COMPLAINT<\/h2>\n<p>A <strong><em>complaint<\/em><\/strong> is all other issues or concerns around SEI, including but not limited to complaints around Admissions, Assisting, CE's, Faculty, Financial Support, Registration, Scholarships, etc. This is not related to our Code of Ethics and is not handled by SEI\u2019s Legal Department or Ethics &amp; Grievance Committee. Complaints are not held to the same level of confidentiality.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_4_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_4 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_dark et_pb_module et_block_module\" href=\"https:\/\/traumahealing.tfaforms.net\/wfwYVJn\">COMPLAINT FORM<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_4 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section\">\n\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_9 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_11 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_divider_2 et_pb_divider et_pb_space et_pb_divider_position_top et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_divider_internal\"><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_10 et_pb_row et_block_row\" id=\"ethicsrecordings\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_12 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_7 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\" id=\"pastethics\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2><span style=\"color: #6c1d45;\">PAST ETHICS WEBINARS<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_11 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_13 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_8 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module paragraph-size\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h5>SEI Ethics - Creating an Ethical Practice<\/h5>\n<p>with Bhanu Joy Harrison, LCSW, SEP<\/p>\n<p>Creating a 'safe' experience for our students and clients is much greater than the specific modality that we use. Ethical practice is the foundation and structure for all our interactions with clients and the public.<br \/>In this two-hour ethics presentation, we will explore all the components necessary to create an ethical practice. Topics will include written, spoken and digital language, paperwork, financial discussions and consent forms, establishing appropriate boundaries, how touch is used in trainings and sessions, processes to repair mistakes and personal sustainability.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_14 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_video_0 et_pb_video et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_video_box\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"A SE\u2122 International webinar ethics in SE Series: Creating an ethical practice\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/TsMkyoM6iAc?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_12 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_15 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_9 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module paragraph-size\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h5>SEI Ethics - Scope of Practice Issues<\/h5>\n<p>with Bhanu Joy Harrison, LCSW, SEP<\/p>\n<p>Being ethical in our SE practice includes being clear on our Scope of Practice. Scope of Practice is defined as what you can and cannot do under the licensure or certification that you hold.<\/p>\n<p>In this webinar, we will review Scope of Practice parameters for various professions and delve into the often gray area of somatics, counseling and trauma work. Having clarity of our own Scope of Practice enables each of us to practice with good boundaries and integrity, ensuring safety for our clients.<\/p>\n<p>Learning objectives include:<\/p>\n<p>1. Define \"Scope of Practice\" for your particular profession.<\/p>\n<p>2. Describe how does your particular Scope of Practice affects your use and practice of SE interventions.<\/p>\n<p>3. Clarify when you are practicing \"out of your Scope of Practice\".<\/p>\n<p>4. Understand the ethical principles behind Scope of Practice issues and learn how to implement them.<\/p>\n<p>5. List the negative impacts of practicing out of your Scope of Practice and how this can cause harm to your clients.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_16 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_video_1 et_pb_video et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_video_box\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"SEI Ethics: Scope of Practice Issues with Bhanu Joy Harrison, LCSW, SEP\u2122\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/6i_GgVEfNwM?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_13 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_17 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_10 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module paragraph-size\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h5>SEI Ethics - Multiple Roles and Confidentiality<\/h5>\n<p>with Bhanu Joy Harrison, LCSW, SEP<\/p>\n<p>In this webinar, we will be discussing the ethical considerations of multiple roles and confidentiality which appear in the SEI's Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice. Working with individuals with trauma histories can complicate these relationships and communications. SE practitioners across the U.S. represent many licensed and unlicensed professions. This webinar will clarify these fine points of ethical conduct.<\/p>\n<p>Learning objectives include:<br \/>1. Define multiple roles and be able to list a variety of types of multiple roles.<br \/>2. Describe the limits of confidentiality in SE sessions.<br \/>3. Understand the Standards of Practice from the SEI Code of Ethics in relationship to multiple roles and confidentiality and describe the potential negative consequences for clients when multiple roles and confidentiality issues are mishandled.<br \/>4. Discern the applicability of these ethical practices in relationship to your particular profession.<br \/>5. Describe the ethical challenges of social media and the intersection of multiple roles and confidentiality.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_18 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_video_2 et_pb_video et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_video_box\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"SEI Ethics: Multiple Roles and Confidentiality with Bhanu Joy Harrison, LCSW, SEP\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/WMq-4Vdj4g0?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_14 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_19 et_pb_column et_pb_column_3_5 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_video_3 et_pb_video et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_video_box\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"SEI Code of Ethics Webinar\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/43cJRLaNP3g?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_20 et_pb_column et_pb_column_2_5 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_11 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module paragraph-size\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h4>SEI Code of Ethics<\/h4>\n<p><span>Bhanu Harrison, LCSW, SEP, joins Kathy Hally, Legal Affairs &amp; Ethics Manager from SEI's Legal Department to discuss and explain the Code of Ethics and Grievance Procedure documents. Special note: When \"faculty\" is mentioned during the recording, it pertains to all whom the Code of Ethics applies, and not just faculty members. The extensive list is included in our Code of Ethics document on page 3.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_5 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_15 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_21 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_12 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2><span style=\"font-size: xx-large;\">ETHICS FAQ<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_13 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>See below for frequently asked questions and if you need further assistance, please email: <a href=\"mailto:legal@traumahealing.org\">legal@traumahealing.org<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_0 et_pb_accordion et_pb_module et_block_module paragraph-size\" id=\"training-toggle\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_0 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_open et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What type of grievances can be filed? <\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>Legal grievances related to our Code of Ethics may be reported to the Ethics Committee for review. While Somatic Experiencing\u00ae is not a licensure program, we recognize the need to address grievances in the context of our U.S.-based trainings.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_1 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What is the deadline for filing a grievance?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>All grievances should be filed in a timely manner. Grievances of a general nature must be filed within one (1) year of the alleged occurrence. Grievances of a sexual nature must be filed within seven (7) years of occurrence.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Is my information kept confidential?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>Grievances will be kept confidential to the extent possible, consistent with the need to conduct an adequate investigation and in accordance with our Grievance Procedure. The complainant will be informed with whom the information is shared.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_3 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Who has access to my complaint and information surrounding the filing?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>As a general rule, the grievance will be seen by the SEI Legal Department-which includes the Director of Legal Affairs and the Legal Affairs &amp; Ethics Manager. If the grievance goes to the Committee, the Ethics Committee members will also see the file and all related documents. Your grievance will only be shared as necessary, in accordance with our Grievance Procedure.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_4 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Who will review my grievance?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>The Ethics Committee will review your grievance. The SEI Legal Department will keep you updated as your filing moves through the Grievance Process. Please email <a href=\"mailto:Legal@traumahealing.org\">Legal@traumahealing.org<\/a> if you have any questions for the Committee or Legal Affairs &amp; Ethics Manager.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_5 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">How long will it take for my grievance to be reviewed?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>Currently, the Ethics &amp; Grievance Committee meet once a month, and they do not discuss grievances outside of that time. They are also establishing more processes and procedures, after which time the Committee will meet quarterly. You can expect the grievance to be reviewed within three to four months. You will be kept informed by the Legal Affairs &amp; Ethics Manager.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_6 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Can I file a grievance anonymously?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>Anonymous grievances will not be heard or processed through the Grievance Procedure. However, should the Ethics Committee receive a written, anonymous grievance, a record will be kept by SEI\u2019s office for a period of three (3) years.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_7 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">I am afraid of retaliation. Where does SEI stand with this?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>SEI does not tolerate retaliation. No individual who in good faith reports a violation of a law or regulation requirement shall suffer harassment, retaliation, or adverse employment consequence. An employee who retaliates against someone who has reported a violation in good faith is subject to discipline up to and including termination of employment. 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